In this article: While prescription weight-loss medications in general are nothing new, there is a category of them that is: GLP-1s, or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists
When you introduce a GLP-1 medication, you are adjusting the metabolic thermostat while the thyroid "control unit" is already malfunctioning
While many folks do well with compounded versions, they are not FDA approved and may vary in consistency
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You might be a candidate for GLP-1 medications if you: Struggle with hunger cravings and food noise Feel full for only short periods of time Have difficulty maintaining long-term weight loss Experience weight changes related to hormones or aging Want medical support during your weight loss journey Need a structured, guided approach to weight management While we do not recommend our GLP-1 medications in Arlington as a quick fix for weight loss, we can create a custom program that combines our guidance and services to help you finally see improvements
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